Lee Ann Yarbor, Lead Run Coach
Lee Ann has coached Run Clubs since 2006, helping hundreds of people accomplish their lifetime goals of safely and successfully completing a full or half marathon. She is a USA Track and Field and RRCA certified coach. She is also the Race Director for USA Endurance Events and has organized many races over the years. She has coached Cross Country at the Jr. High and High School levels. With a true passion for the sport, Lee Ann has completed over 100 races in her run career including over 52 marathons (36 U.S. States), 8 x Boston Marathoner, USATF Pheidippides Award, top 10% age category finisher in Boston. Lee Ann has also completed back-to-back and double marathons and continues her mission to complete a marathon in each state. With knowledge and experience in the sport, she successfully implements a custom training program each season for all levels of runners. Whether you are trying to qualify to Boston, or just want to finish your first marathon. “Running is my passion. Watching someone grow from a walker to a runner, then a runner to an athlete, is my goal.”
Saoud is an RRCA, MSQA and CSUH certified coach but what is most impressive about Saoud is his athletic history. He has been an endurance athlete since the age of twelve and has a passion for running as a life-long pursuit and views running as a fulfilling lifestyle. Saoud held the 5k High School Country championship for three years earning him a scholarship to college with a sub 16 minute 5k. Saoud has played soccer from childhood through college, the military and adulthood and was a professional soccer player in Amman Jordan for Amman Soccer Club from 1982-1988. He has run numerous full and half marathons including Boston and has dedicated his time as a volunteer coach for soccer, track & field and cross country. Saoud is not only a wealth of athletic information but an asset to our coaching team with his experience and passion for the sport.
DR. Samuel Votto - Run Coach
As a dedicated running coach, I have been immersed in the world of running for over three years. What started as a personal journey to enhance my fitness, discipline, and consistency has blossomed into a burning passion for helping others harness the transformative power of running. With a focus on marathon training, I am committed to guiding athletes toward their own milestones and personal bests.
Achievements
My personal journey as a runner has provided me with invaluable insights into the challenges and joys of training, competing, and self-improvement. My marathon PR of 2:49 and half marathon PR of 1:23 is a testament to the dedication and perseverance I bring to my coaching. I understand the commitment required to reach ambitious goals, and I'm excited to share that knowledge with you.
Samuel S. Votto, DDS LT, DC, USN Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon 1st Dental Battalion- Camp Pendleton, CA
Eleanor Hopkins - Asst. Run Coach
San Diego Run Club member since June of 2022, assistance coach since fall of 2022 - Eleanor's enthusiasm for running is contagious. She believes running is for everyone and finds inspiration in the San Diego running community. A long-time runner, she has steadily improved her speed and endurance through training from the San Diego Run Club. You can find Eleanor leading the Thursday evening tempo runs.
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